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Best Headstart Programs in Helena, MT

Compare 1 headstart programs in Helena. Average rating: 4.44/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

Helena, Montana at a glance

Programs
1
Avg rating
4.44/5
Parent reviews
20
Top rated (4.5+)
5

Helena has 1 licensed headstart programs with 20 parent reviews averaging 4.44/5.5 are top-rated with 4.5+ stars — 63% of rated programs, well above average.The highest-rated options cluster around the 59601 zip code, averaging 4.5 stars across 21 programs.Start with our top-10 ranked list below or filter by philosophy.

Rating Distribution

Based on 8 daycares with Google ratings in Helena

4.5 - 5.0
5
4.0 - 4.4
2
3.0 - 3.9
1
Below 3
0

Daycare Types Compared

Average ratings by facility type in Helena, based on parent reviews

Child Daycare & Preschools

4.43avg rating
24 daycares · 7 rated

Headstart Programs

4.5avg rating
1 daycares · 1 rated

Best Rated Neighborhoods

Helena zip codes ranked by average daycare rating

Zip CodeDaycaresAvg. RatingTop Rated
5960121
4.5
5

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Helena (– children)

Small

up to 30 children

0

Medium

31–75 children

0

Large

76–150 children

0

Very Large

150+ children

0

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Helena based on parent reviews

Rmdc Head Start Neighborhood Center

4.5(1)

200 S Cruse, Helena, MT

One parent highlights a positive experience, noting that their daughter enjoys the teachers and that the parent also appreciates the staff. No negative feedback is reported in the available review.

Parent-teacher rapportChild's enjoyment of teachers

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Daycare types in Helena

Child Daycare & Preschools 24Headstart Programs 1

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Headstart Programs in Helena, Montana

There are 1 headstart programs in Helena, Montana, making up 4% of the 25 total childcare facilities in the city. Below you'll find a complete directory to help you compare and choose the right daycare for your child.

Based on Google reviews, daycares in Helena have an average rating of 4.44 out of 5 across 8 rated facilities, with 63% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Headstart Programs facilities lead with an average of 4.5 stars. Our analysis covers 20 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in Helena, consider visiting facilities in person, checking their licensing status, and asking about staff-to-child ratios, daily routines, and safety policies.

All Headstart Programs in Helena

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Rmdc Head Start Neighborhood Center
Headstart Programs
4.5

One parent highlights a positive experience, noting that their daughter enjoys the teachers and that the parent also appreciates the staff. No negative feedback is reported in the available review.

Parent-teacher rapportChild's enjoyment of teachers
Address
200 S Cruse, Helena, MT
Phone
(406) 227-6876

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Frequently asked questions

There are 1 headstart programs daycares in Helena, Montana, out of 25 total childcare facilities in the city. Browse our directory to compare options and find the right fit for your child.
Based on parent reviews, daycares in Helena have an average Google rating of 4.44 out of 5 across 8 rated facilities. About 63% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
When choosing a daycare in Helena, consider visiting facilities in person and checking:
  • Licensing status with Montana's regulatory agency
  • Staff-to-child ratios (requirements vary by age group in Montana)
  • Safety measures and cleanliness
  • Daily routines and educational curriculum
  • Parent reviews and ratings
  • Location and hours that fit your schedule
Helena offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 24 facilities
  • Headstart Programs — 1 facilities
Each type serves different needs — center-based facilities typically offer structured programs, while head start programs are federally funded for low-income families.
Daycare costs in Montana typically range from $200 to $400 per week for full-time care, depending on the child's age, facility type, and location within the state. Infant care tends to be more expensive due to lower staff-to-child ratio requirements. Contact individual facilities in Helena for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Helena must be licensed by Montana's childcare licensing agency. Licensed facilities are required to meet standards for safety, health, staff qualifications, and staff-to-child ratios. You can verify a facility's license status through your state's licensing database.